Alamo Springs Dental Blog

October 23, 2017

If you have a child, you’ve definitely heard of the anti-bullying campaign that’s been sweeping the Nation. Most statistics relate to pre-teens and teenagers, starting right around when children turn 12 years old. But have you ever thought of how bullying may start even younger than that, say…less than 10 years of age?

Your dentist is here to unveil the unfortunate power of bullying and also empower parents to help stop it. Let’s take a deeper look at how parents and dentists alike can help our youth feel more confident and unfazed by bullies at school.

October 16, 2017

If your child starts to show an interest in their oral health, you’ve got to jump on that opportunity! Usually, parents fight tooth and nail (no pun intended) to get their children to simply brush their teeth.

While brushing and flossing remain the best ways to prevent the development of tooth decay and gum disease, older children may take an interest to mouthwash. If they’re wondering about adding mouthwash to their oral hygiene routine, you should be prepared with the knowledge to guide them in the right direction.

Your children’s dentist is here to inform you all about mouthwash and when your child should start using it. Here’s what you should consider when deciding whether to let your child use mouthwash as part of his or her oral hygiene routine.

September 27, 2017

It’s not your teeth that make you feel less than confident in your smile, it’s your gums. When you smile, your upper lip stretches up high enough to expose a pink ribbon of gum tissue, giving you a “gummy smile.”

Most patients aren’t fond of this look, complaining that it makes their smile appear childish and ruining their polished, mature appearance. In the cases that you have longer gums than teeth, the dimensions of your smile may seem “off.”

Let’s explore gummy smiles and what your dentist may be able to do to help you get the smile of your dreams.

September 17, 2017

During your last dental appointment, you had undergone a typical dental checkup including dental x-rays and a professional cleaning. After your dentist reviews your x-rays, they come back to tell you that you have a cavity, even bringing the dental x-ray with them to show you where the problem resides. The only problem is, you have no clue what you’re looking at or what you’re looking for.

Although you would have to undergo the same training and education as your dentist to become an expert, this post can help you understand what your dentist uses x-rays for and how to better understand them.

August 23, 2017

It takes a lot of work to prepare for the school year. There’s the endless back to school shopping for clothes, shoes, and school supplies—but are your kid’s mouths healthy and ready to conquer the school year as well? Their smile should be healthy, shining, and bright for when they walk into their classroom for the first time of the year. If your child has all of the other bases covered for going back to school, get them into visit their Helotes dentist. We can not only get your kids ready to smile confidently on their first day of school, but also offer great dental tips to help you get through the rest of the year with healthy smiles.

August 21, 2017

Sometimes it’s easier to let your children’s imagination run wild rather than hitting them with the reality of certain situations. This is true when it comes to the Easter bunny, Santa Clause, and even the tooth fairy. For instance, when your child loses his or her’s first tooth, how should you approach that situation? When your child loses a tooth, they’re starting to grow up. It’s literally their body’s process of making room for their permanent adult teeth. Don’t think about it too much—you can still balance the idea of the tooth fairy coming to visit while still educating your children on the very real importance of great dental health. Your dentist near Helotes can help you set tooth fairy expectations that encourage your children to continue to take care of their developing smiles.

June 28, 2017

It’s not easy to make decisions — especially in a place as overwhelming as, say, the toothpaste aisle at the grocery store. With so many options to choose from, how can you be sure you are making the right decision for you and your family? Your dentist in Helotes has some expert advice on selecting the best oral care products for each and every smile!

May 6, 2017

You might have to Google the words hypoplasia and hypomineralization in order to know what we’re talking about. But if you saw a picture, you’d probably say, “Sure, I’ve seen that before.” Hypoplasia and hypomineralization are two dental conditions that appear as visible pits and grooves in tooth enamel—hypoplasia—or as bright white spots, hypomineralization. Read on to learn more about these from your Helotes dentist at Alamo Springs Dental.

April 2, 2017

Cancer – no matter where it shows up in the body – can be terrifying. That’s why Alamo Springs Dental, your premier dentist in Helotes, focuses in on this disease during Oral Cancer Awareness Month this April. Since prevention, early detection, and treatment are crucial to keeping your overall health up to par, oral cancer screenings from your dentist in Helotes should be a regular part of your exams. In this post, the experts at Alamo Family Dentistry explain more about this disease and what they can do about it.

March 28, 2017

Despite what other parents have said to you, your life has actually gotten much simpler after you’ve had a child. These days, whenever you think you’ve misplaced something, there’s a high likelihood that it’s in your child’s mouth. They’re obviously teething, and it has you thinking, “Is it time for them to start going to the dentist?” This is a very common question, and your children’s dentist in Stillwater Ranch at Alamo Springs Dental is going to answer it, as well as let you know what to expect during their first visit. (more…)